Web Servers

How to Install and Secure phpMyAdmin on Debian 9

April 15, 2020

This guide is for users who are running a Debian 9 server with Apache, MySQL, and PHP. The phpMyAdmin software tool is used for managing MySQL databases through a graphical interface. It can be configured to manage a local database, or a remote database (over the network). It replaces the awkward default command-line interface which can be used for database management.

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How to Install Apache on CentOS 8

February 6, 2020

The Apache web server is widely used, especially as part of the LAMP stack software package. Learn how to install Apache on CentOS 8, configure firewalld, and start managing your web server with this simple updated tutorial.

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How to Install and Configure Nginx on CentOS 8

January 31, 2020

Nginx, a popular, open-source HTTP web server, is used for hosting many high-traffic websites. It is part of the LEMP stack, an alternative to the popular LAMP stack. It is faster and lighter than the traditional Apache web server. It is also a reverse proxy, mail proxy, HTTP cache, and a load balancer.

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How to Transfer Files with Rsync over SSH


Rsync is a Linux tool that allows you to transfer data over SSH to a remote server securely. Use the options for the rsync command to adapt the tool for your specific use case.

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How to Install Git on CentOS 8

January 14, 2020

This article is a step-by-step tutorial on how to install Git on CentOS 8. As a popular version control system, Git organizes the development cycle of an application, keeps track of code changes, creates branches, and allows collaboration within a software team. Install Git from the CentOS 8 repository or its source code by following the instructions in this guide.

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How to Install CentOS 8 (with Screenshots)

December 14, 2019

Since there is no way to upgrade from CentOS 7 to CentOS 8, users need to go through the entire installation process to try out the latest version of the popular Linux distribution. This guide shows you all the required steps to install CentOS 8 on your system.

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DSC Veeam Self-Service Backup Portal Guide

October 28, 2019

This guide is a resource for all phoenixNAP clients using the Veeam Self-Service Backup Portal as a part of their Data Security Cloud (DSC) package. It provides the necessary information for a user to log in and perform essential restore operations or create backups.

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How To Install Debian 10 (Buster)

October 14, 2019

Debian has released its newest stable version Debian 10, nicknamed Buster. The latest release includes many updates. This article will help you how to install Debian 10 Buster as your operating system with easy to follow, step-by-step instructions.

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How to Upgrade Linux Kernel in CentOS 7

October 8, 2019

The Linux kernel is the underlying software architecture of each Linux distribution. It provides and defines all the major functionalities on a Linux system. Each newer version of the kernel introduces new functionalities, applies critical security patches, and improves performance. This article guides users on how to upgrade the kernel on CentOS 7 systems.

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How to Uninstall or Remove Packages from CentOS

October 4, 2019

Once you have installed a package, it may be necessary to find and remove unneeded software and dependencies. Learn how to remove software packages by using the yum and rpm commands in CentOS.

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